5 Not to be missed for a family vacation in Iquique
The beautiful city located in the foothills of the driest desert in the world is also one of the most requested sectors by Chilean families to enjoy their vacations.
Iquique has something for all tastes and budgets. That is why, below, we show you some of the must-see places in this jewel of northern Chile:
1. Humberstone and Santa Laura
The city of Iquique is truly a paradise full of history. Previously, it was not such a paradisiacal place, especially for those who made a living in the saltpeter offices. Although there was money to be made from the boom in this resource, the workers toiled from sunrise to sunset in the city built by the administrators of Humberstone. A ghost town abandoned in the early decades of the twentieth century, converted into an open-air museum worth visiting. The best part: it is very cheap -about $3,000 per person- and it is on the outskirts of the city.
2. War of the Pacífico
The War of the Pacific has its heart in the Iquique Naval Combat, an event that you can relive based on objects and stories of the time. For young and old, visiting the Esmeralda Museum recreating the last moments of the corvette is a treasure for Chile. Upon entering the Costanera, you will find this really exciting scale replica and, for more adventure, there is the option of visiting the buoy where this historic ship sank.
3. Baquedano Promenade
Day or night, a warm breeze that invites you to rest makes downtown Iquique a colorful and historic walk, with the joy of pubs and restaurants, along with the unique architecture of the place, the streetcars of memory and its spectacular balconies. In its surroundings, the fantastic Theater, the Arturo Prat Square, the Croatian Club, and many other monuments.
4. Cavancha Beach
We can’t leave out its beach and warm waters. If you want a relaxing day with your family, the beach and palm trees are ideal, because there are several activities surrounding the beach: mini-zoos, bike paths, monuments and terraces. Also, remember that this is one of the world capitals of surfing.
The main hotels in Iquique are located around this beach, evidence of its importance for local tourism.
5. Views and Farellón Costero
The drive down is formidable, and the contrast between the desert and the sea, exciting. But even more so if you have an adventurous spirit: skydiving from the Farellón is one of the latest novelties in adventure sports. Spectacular!
As you can see, the offer of panoramas in Iquique is extremely varied: from history lovers to inveterate adventurers; from those who enjoy nature to those who enjoy architecture, everyone can enjoy to the fullest. A luxury vacation that you must ensure by booking in advance your stay in one of the hotels in Iquique.
Adicionalmente, te invitamos a disfrutar las comodidades de uno de los mejores hoteles de Sudamerica, estamos ubicados en:
Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Iquique, Chile.
Las Condes, Santiago de Chile.
Antofagasta, Chile.
Temuco, Chile.
Concepción, Chile.
Puerto Montt, Chile.
Aeropuerto Santiago de Chile.